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🇬🇧 FROM LONDON TO NIGERIA: Hon. Daniel Akeni Storms the UK to Mobilize Diaspora Youth for Atiku and Eleniyan

🇬🇧 FROM LONDON TO NIGERIA: Hon. Daniel Akeni Storms the UK to Mobilize Diaspora Youth for Atiku and Eleniyan

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM — In a bold move to strengthen diaspora engagement ahead of Nigeria's next general elections, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Diaspora Deputy Coordinator, Hon. Daniel Akeni, has arrived in the United Kingdom to rally Nigerian youths in support of the presidential aspiration of Atiku Abubakar and the governorship ambition of Hon. Gbemileke Alagbe Eleniyan in Oyo State.

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Speaking during his outreach activities in London, Hon. Akeni called on Nigerians living in the UK to recognize the important role they can play in shaping the future of their homeland through advocacy, grassroots mobilization, and sustained engagement with family members and communities back home.

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Mobilizing the Diaspora for National and State Leadership

According to Hon. Akeni, the current political moment presents an opportunity for Nigerians to pursue leadership that he believes can address economic challenges, strengthen governance, and promote inclusive development.


He said his UK engagement is focused on two major objectives:

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Support for Atiku Abubakar's Presidential Bid

Hon. Akeni described Atiku Abubakar as a leader with extensive experience in governance and economic management, arguing that his administration would be well positioned to promote job creation, attract investment, and foster national unity.


"The Nigerian diaspora has enormous influence through its knowledge, professional networks, and connections back home. We must encourage our families and communities to support leadership that can rebuild the nation's economy and restore confidence in governance."

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Campaign for Hon. Gbemileke Alagbe Eleniyan in Oyo State

On Oyo State politics, Hon. Akeni reiterated his support for Hon. Gbemileke Alagbe Eleniyan, describing him as a candidate with the vision and energy to pursue balanced development across the state's 33 Local Government Areas.


He argued that governance and infrastructure should be distributed more evenly across all geopolitical zones of the state, including Oke-Ogun, Ogbomoso, Oyo, Ibarapa, and Ibadan.

"Our vision is an Oyo State where every region enjoys equal opportunities and meaningful development. We believe Hon. Gbemileke Alagbe Eleniyan has the capacity to provide inclusive leadership that benefits every community."

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A Call to Nigerian Youths in the United Kingdom

Addressing Nigerian students, professionals, entrepreneurs, and young people across the UK, Hon. Akeni encouraged them to remain actively involved in Nigeria's democratic process despite living abroad.


He emphasized that the diaspora community possesses significant intellectual, economic, and social capital that can positively influence political participation and national development.

"Though we live abroad, our roots remain in Nigeria. Our voices matter, our influence matters, and our participation matters. Let us encourage our loved ones back home to make informed choices and remain committed to building a better Nigeria."

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Growing Diaspora Engagement

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Hon. Daniel Akeni's visit to the United Kingdom forms part of broader efforts to engage Nigerians in the diaspora in political discussions and civic participation. His outreach underscores the increasing role of overseas Nigerians in shaping conversations around governance, leadership, and development ahead of future elections.

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As political activities continue to gather momentum, the UK mobilization campaign reflects the ADC diaspora network's commitment to expanding participation among Nigerians living abroad while promoting its preferred candidates for national and state offices.

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